Arizona State Parks and Trails and PinDrop Travel Trailers are collaborating to encourage more families to enjoy the outdoors. From October through May 2026, PinDrop will donate 10% of proceeds from its PinDrop rental program directly to the Arizona State Parks and Trails Family Campout Program, helping to introduce children and parents to the joys of camping together. The Family Campout Program is designed to make outdoor adventures accessible for families who may be new to camping. Led by … [Read more...] about PinDrop Travel Trailers Partners with State Parks to Support Family Campout Program
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Audiologist Shares Journey to Inner Peace
The life of Karon Lobrovich, Au.D., has carried the theme of sound and hearing – not just hearing in the conventional sense, but listening to that inner voice, what she calls, the “Soul Self,” that higher version of ourselves that resides in our consciousness. For her, that voice has become more prominent through the years, helping her find wisdom, love and guidance and prompting her to write two books. Her new release, “Inner Peace: The Soul Self Remembered, Volume 2” is now available on … [Read more...] about Audiologist Shares Journey to Inner Peace
A Must-Stop on Route 66: Gateway Sandwich Co. Draws Hungry Travelers to Williams
Launching their business with the goal of creating the most delicious and satisfying sandwiches, Gateway Sandwich Co. did even better by gulping up a spot on Yelp’s list of the Top 100 sandwich shops in the nation. The Williams family-run business opened its doors in 2020 with the simple idea of making the best fresh sandwiches using the finest locally sourced produce, with quality ingredients being key. “We had no idea of our rating until a customer came in and told us,” said Greg … [Read more...] about A Must-Stop on Route 66: Gateway Sandwich Co. Draws Hungry Travelers to Williams
North Rim Recovery Opens Options for New Lodge
A section of the fire-ravaged North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park reopened last month as park officials move to recover from the destructive Dragon Bravo Fire. Public access will continue for daylight hours through Nov. 30 or earlier if a major snowfall hits. The National Park Service opened the roads to Point Imperial and Cape Royal on Oct. 1. “Reopening portions of the North Rim allows visitors to once again experience some of the park’s most scenic areas while we continue to assess … [Read more...] about North Rim Recovery Opens Options for New Lodge
YRMC Recognized for Treating Physician Burnout Rate
Burnout is a common problem in the workplace and doctors are not immune. However, Dignity Health Arizona, including Yavapai Regional Medical Center, has been working to prevent this condition, and those efforts are being noticed. In fact, Dignity Health Arizona has been honored as a 2025 Joy in Medicine organization by the American Medical Association (AMA). The prestigious recognition from the country’s leading physician’s association honors health systems, hospitals and medical groups that … [Read more...] about YRMC Recognized for Treating Physician Burnout Rate
Artist Spreads Joy through Creativity
Kiss My Wax owner and operator Sasha Riley offers candles and jewelry at Quad Cities art shows such as events at Pine Ridge Marketplace. Riley, who moved to Prescott Valley last year, owned a boutique in the art community of Idyllwild, California, and moved here because of the bustling and welcoming Prescott art community. Her candles are unique, she says, because the scents are nostalgic – they take people back to times they want to remember. “A lot of my candles are customized to what the … [Read more...] about Artist Spreads Joy through Creativity
NBA Star Rick Barry Lends Support to People Who Care
The People Who Care golf fundraiser was bigger and better this year. Organizers credit the large outreach effort as well as the celebrity guest host, NBA Hall of Fame inductee Rick Barry. People Who Care Executive Director Jane Harrison said the nonprofit organization raised about $55,000, which by far outdistanced past years’ success. She says the funds will be used for operational costs to carry out its mission: to provide escorted transportation and non-medical support services to adults … [Read more...] about NBA Star Rick Barry Lends Support to People Who Care
Prescott Author Highlights Connections Among Indigenous Cultures in New Novel
Fighting poachers, drug-runners, kidnappers and others who threaten the way of life of the Wantu people is the mission at the heart of a group of strangers who each travel to Africa seeking its beauty and grandeur. What begins as a journey to experience the land and wildlife soon becomes a confrontation with the devastating realities of wildlife poaching. Such is the adventure at the center of author Stan Bindell’s new novel, “Falling into Congo: Fighting Off the Poachers.” Often missing from … [Read more...] about Prescott Author Highlights Connections Among Indigenous Cultures in New Novel
Basic Instincts: Does Your Inner Lion Roar at the Airport?
Many of us are familiar with the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, which identifies 16 different personalities based on introverted and extroverted tendencies, among many other traits. And while I’ve found this to be a brilliant tool to understand and appreciate the prominent characteristics in ourselves and those around us, trying to keep 16 different personality types straight sounds like a lot of work to me. So, I like the test with only four – hailing from the animal kingdom – presented in a … [Read more...] about Basic Instincts: Does Your Inner Lion Roar at the Airport?
Embry-Riddle Fast-Tracks Air Traffic Controllers
Graduates of the Air Traffic Management program at EmbryRiddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott campus can now be fast-tracked into towers for on-the-job training, paving the way for them to have an immediate impact in helping to fill controller ranks. The FAA announced on Sept. 15 that it had signed an agreement with EmbryRiddle to join its Enhanced Air Traffic-Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI). EmbryRiddle is the first university in Arizona to receive approval for the Enhanced AT-CTI … [Read more...] about Embry-Riddle Fast-Tracks Air Traffic Controllers
